John Coutts rose give it full sun (some

give it full sun (some light shade is okay) and prune it back to about 12 inches in late winter to encourage fresh new growth in spring

butterflies and hummingbirds love this great plant too

The flowers have a deep crimson pattern

It is a very early bloomer

This elepidote rhododendron is hardy to -5°F when protected against windchill

John Coutts rose give it full sun (someThis rare rhododendron hybrid produces incredibly beautiful pink blooms that can start as early as April, and as late as June, depending on growing conditions. The hue of each flower grows more intense toward the throat. Its dark red pattern on the dorsal provides an extra touch of character. John Coutts was hybridized by the Royal Botanic Garden, Kew, in the 1940s. This medium growing rhododendron has olive green elepidote foliage, and grows to